CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY (NOFA) FOR THE ENCAMPMENT RESOLUTION FUNDING (ERF)
PROGRAM
NOFA RELEASE DATE: 1/21/2025
DEADLINE: 2/26/2025
The City of San Bernardino, through its Encampment Resolution Fund (ERF‐3‐R) initiative, is seeking qualified organizations to implement a Rapid Rehousing Program aimed at transitioning 60 individuals experiencing homelessness into stable, permanent housing within the 5.2‐mile prioritized encampment area along Waterman Avenue. The program consists of two key components: a Procured Subcontractor, funded at $600,000, to provide housing placement services, case management, landlord engagement, and supportive resource connections, and a Rental Assistance and Landlord Incentives component, funded at $792,432. This initiative aligns with the City’s strategic efforts to reduce homelessness by integrating housing navigation, financial support, and case management services to ensure long‐term stability and community reintegration.
1. Procured Subcontractor (Housing Placement Services) – $600,000 A competitively selected subcontractor, funded at $600,000, will be responsible for housing placement services. This includes:
Case management to assist individuals in securing and maintaining housing. Housing navigation to help participants locate appropriate rental units. Landlord engagement to increase housing opportunities and reduce barriers to entry. Linkage to supportive services to promote long‐term housing stability.
The subcontractor will ensure that individuals receive personalized support throughout the rehousing process and have access to necessary resources to sustain their housing.
2. Rental Assistance and Landlord Incentives – $792,432 This component provides financial assistance to secure housing and incentivize landlord participation. It includes:
Rental Subsidies – $693,378
o Covers six months of rent and security deposits for program participants. o 54 one‐bedroom units at $1,611 per month and 6 two‐bedroom units at $2,010 per month.
Landlord Incentives – $99,054
o Provides one‐time financial incentives to encourage landlord participation. o $1,611 per one‐bedroom unit and $2,010 per two‐bedroom unit to help secure vacancies.
Purpose of the ERF Program Rapid Rehousing
The Rapid Rehousing program is designed to help individuals and families experiencing homelessness achieve stable, permanent housing using a Housing First approach. The subcontractor will provide rapid rehousing services to 60 clients referred by the City Homeless Solutions Coordinator or designees. These services include housing navigation, case management, and connections to essential supportive resources.
By combining direct housing placement services with financial support, the program aims to reduce barriers to housing access, promote long‐term stability, and support a successful transition into permanent housing for individuals experiencing homelessness.
The ERF Program is funded by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and is part of the state’s comprehensive effort to reduce homelessness using person‐centered, data‐ driven approaches.
Eligible Applicants
The City seeks proposals from qualified entities meeting the following criteria:
Non‐Profit Organizations: Must hold a 501(c)(3) tax‐exempt status and demonstrate operational capacity in implementing housing‐related direct service programs. Community‐Based Organizations: Organizations with a strong local presence and proven track record of addressing homelessness or housing insecurity within the community. Experience in Rapid Rehousing: Applicants must have demonstrated experience in planning, executing, and managing Rapid Rehousing initiatives or similar housing‐focused interventions.
This includes expertise in securing rental housing, providing rental assistance, and delivering case management services that support clients' transitions to permanent housing. Direct Service Expertise: The organization should have a history of successfully delivering direct services to vulnerable populations, such as unhoused individuals, those with chronic health or mental health challenges, and individuals or families impacted by substance use.
Rapid Rehousing Total Budget
Delivery of Permanent Housing (Procured Subcontractor) $600,000 Procured Subcontractor Contract (Housing Placement Services) $600,000 Rapid Rehousing ‐ Rental Assistance and Landlord Incentives $792,432 54 One‐Bedroom Housing Units (Rental Assistance) $608,958 6 Two‐Bedroom Housing Units (Rental Assistance) $84,420 Landlord Incentives for 60 Housing Placements $99,054
Grand Total $1,392,432
Data Management Capabilities: Applicants must be proficient in using data systems such as the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and Coordinated Entry System (CES) for client tracking, service delivery documentation, and reporting on program outcomes. Financial and Administrative Capacity: Organizations must have robust financial management practices, including the ability to administer grant funding in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This includes maintaining adequate staffing, systems, and controls to manage and report on funds effectively.
Funding Focus: Rapid Rehousing
Qualified applicants will be expected to deliver a range of services that support the successful transition of clients into stable housing. Eligible activities include, but are not limited to:
Housing identification services: Actively identifying and securing appropriate rental housing options, including outreach to private landlords, shared housing arrangements, and residential facilities.
Rental subsidies and security deposits: Providing financial assistance to cover rent for up to six months, security deposits, and other necessary payments to ensure clients can access and maintain housing.
Landlord incentives and holding fees: Offering incentives, such as risk mitigation funds and holding fees, to encourage landlord participation and reduce barriers to housing access for clients. Case management and housing navigation services: Delivering individualized case management that includes housing navigation, service planning, and ongoing support to address barriers and sustain housing stability.
Submission Information
Applications will be available on the City of San Bernardino Housing and Homelessness website as of January 21, 2025. Applications are due no later than Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at 3:00 P.M. deadline at [email protected] or at the City of San Bernardino Community Development front desk at 201 North E Street, 3rd floor, San Bernardino, CA 92401. Applications received after 3:00 P.M. Deadline on February 26, 2025, will not be accepted.
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